Price: £551, 20 Nov - 21 Nov, for Our top choices for Kuju Highlands Observatory hotels
Review: The Ryokan was so lovely and quiet. A true oasis. Accommodation really well appointed and the food was amazing. The little area with snacks,coffee, water etc was appreciated. The staff were so friendly with impeccable service. , by Vanessa
Price: £881, 10 Dec - 11 Dec, for Our top choices for Kuju Highlands Observatory hotels
Review: It was the perfect gateway into our Ryokan/onsen experience with beautiful & spacious accommodations in a super private and relaxing setting. Having our own onsen with view of the mountains was an absolute dream after a week in the big cities. The attentive staff were exceptional and brought dinner to our room that we cooked over the coals for a unique experience. Overall an incredible retreat to come back to after a busy day of onsen hopping. Truly a first class experience!, by Steve
Price: £146, 9 Dec - 10 Dec, for Our top choices for Kuju Highlands Observatory hotels
Review: Just beware that the north wing room has no air conditioning and it does get very hot at night. Otherwise, the hotel is good overall., by Chutisara
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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ikeyama Suigen during your travels in Ubuyama. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Kuzumi during your travels in Taketa. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Review: The Ryokan was so lovely and quiet. A true oasis. Accommodation really well appointed and the food was amazing. The little area with snacks,coffee, water etc was appreciated. The staff were so friendly with impeccable service., by Vanessa, 20 May 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Lovely ryokan. We didn’t take the meals, and they were served in a dining area, not in the room. But the staff informed us of the early closing hours of locals restaurants and izakaya, and they booked tables for us at both, which was very helpful. They picked us up and dropped us off at the bus stop on arrival/departure. The room was spacious, very clean, with a large window looking out over the forest. I really loved their onsen which is on a balcony, looking at forest and the night sky, it..., by Matt, 5 October 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Super Friendly Owners, Spacious Room, Nice Private Onsen, and Delicious Breakfast. The owner even showed us the stars with his telescope!, by Yi, 1 January 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: This makes for a great Ryokan experience. Staff were really helpful and you won't want to miss this Japanese onsen experience., by Ocean, 17 April 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: We had a wonderful stay here. The family run Ryokan always went the extra mile and helped us plan our itinerary. The location, rooms, service and food were excellent. We were sad that we were unable to stay here for the 2 nights., by Robert, 3 May 2019, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Beautiful cottage with super friendly and helpful staff with plenty of rental options for on site entertainment, by Aaron, 17 November 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Absolutely superb can’t praise this place enough, breathtaking beauty of setting; service, staff, place impeccable. Only drawback is getting to the resort but again resonate did a lot to help, shuttle bus to Yufu helps as Yufu is a good transport hub and advisory service, it took these information services (one in Beppu, one in Yufu) to make me aware of the service., by peter, 24 October 2019, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Very relaxing stay. Room was lovely, homely and comfy. Food fantastic, apart from raw horsemeat that was served which wasn't for me. Onsen was lovely. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Easy to get to from the bus from Hakata. It's the first ryokan down the hill from the bus stop. There's no sign in English outside but google translate confirmed we were at right place., by Clare, 28 September 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Outstanding experience with a warm family. They really take care of you. Breakfast and dinner were ample and of high quality. Also got to enjoy the outdoor onsens. If you do one ryokan experience in Japan, this is the place to go., by Edwin, 16 May 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Review: Very nice Onsen :), by Ronja, 14 November 2025, rated 8/10 Good
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the area like around Kuju Highlands Observatory?
Kuju Highlands Observatory is located in an area of Taketa that travellers like for its hot springs. You'll find 78 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Kuju Highlands Observatory?
Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this ryokan offers free parking and a bar. It's located 4 mi (6.4 km) from Kuju Highlands Observatory. Other good choices within a few miles include Yusai Bekkan and Kurokawa Onsen Okunoyu.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Kuju Highlands Observatory?
Expedia has 78 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Kuju Highlands Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kuju Highlands Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Kuju Highlands Observatory.
What can I see and do near Kuju Highlands Observatory?
Local parks like Kuju Mountains, Kuju Flower Park and Higotai Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Kusumi Plateau, Mount Kuzumi and Ikeyama Suigen. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Sujiyu Onsen, Hokkein Onsen and Kuju Bogatsuru Course while you're in the area.
